dukes909
08-29-11, 01:48 PM
http://i.imgur.com/22fG9l.jpg What's the repair? New hanger and/or derailleur?
This is a 2008 Specialized Rockhopper
Thanks!
Dukester
This is a 2008 Specialized Rockhopper
Thanks!
Dukester
Bicycle Mechanics - Is this a bent derailleur hanger, or bad derailleur?
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bikeman715
08-29-11, 02:12 PM
It your hanger is bent , yes replace the hanger . your LBS ( Specialized dealer ) should have one in stock . if not it can be bent back .
fleisc66
08-29-11, 05:37 PM
It is also likely that your LBS will have a special tool to try and straighten the hanger first. It is a relatively simple task and may cost less than a new hanger provided it isn't damaged or doesn't break during straightening.
sonatageek
08-29-11, 07:32 PM
I would have them straighten the hanger and then determine if the derailleur is okay or not. I just went through something like this with a Specialized 24" kids bike. Friend was transporting it and it fell against the derailleur. Used the tool at the bicycle coop and once it the hanger was it good shape I could tell the derailleur was tweaked too and needed replacement.
Good luck and the fix should be quick and pretty inexpensive.
Good luck and the fix should be quick and pretty inexpensive.